XC90 AWD L6-2.9L Turbo VIN 91 B6294T (2004)
Removing the camshaft cover
Remove
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the variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid
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spark plugs for cylinders 1 and 5.
Install 2 tools 999 5454 PRESS TOOL See: Tools and Equipment/999 5454 Press Tool. Leave a 2-3 mm gap to the camshaft cover.
Ensure that the screw in the spark plug well is fully tightened.
Remove all the screws securing the camshaft cover to the cylinder head.
Use pliers999 5670 Pliers See: Tools and Equipment/999 5670 Pliers to lift the cover from the cylinder head.
Install the pliers at the stop lugs. Start with cylinder 1 and work alternately backward.
Slacken off the wing nuts approximately 2 turns. Repeat the procedure with the pliers.
Carefully press the camshaft seals free.
Note! Take care not to damage the sealing surfaces on the camshafts.
